Dual cultivation makes you stronger, everyone else is a prodigy, and I'm the only one slacking

When the sun was high in the sky, Yu Luoning finally woke up.

She opened her eyes, still a little dazed. Turning her head, she saw Feng Qiguang sitting on the edge of the bed, looking as natural as if he were at home, with a bowl of porridge beside him, still steaming.

He looked down and saw that she was awake, so he handed her the porridge: "Have some."

Yu Luoning didn't answer, her voice still a little hoarse from just waking up. She lazily stretched out a hand, "Let's drink later, first give each other a hug."

Feng Qiguang glanced at her, said nothing, and slowly leaned against the bedside, letting her rest her head on his lap.

Yu Luoning snuggled closer, finding a comfortable position, her hand unconsciously wandering over his abdomen, pinching it, and then probing deeper.

Feng Qiguang paused slightly, looking down at her: "Are you leaving today?"

"Hmm. But if you're asking me to stay, how about postponing it for a few days?"

"Don't you know what I'm thinking?" Feng Qiguang said again, "Wherever you go to train, I'll go with you."

Yu Luoning shook her head. "No."

"Why?" Feng Qiguang was very hurt.

Yu Luoning looked up, then quickly lowered her head guiltily.

This expedition is not only about seeking opportunities, but also about updating the character encyclopedia.

If Feng Qiguang goes with her, how will she perform?

After thinking for a moment, Yu Luoning stopped what she was doing, looked up at him, and asked seriously, "Have you ever heard of the Outer Realms?"

Feng Qiguang's brows twitched slightly: "Other continents? I've heard of them. It's said that the cultivation levels of cultivators on the Dongbao Continent are suppressed in some way. If they want to go to the outer realms, they not only have to cross sea storms and monsters, but the spiritual energy of the two realms is also different. Cultivators need time to adapt when they arrive on an unfamiliar continent. Just like cultivators from the outer realms who come to Dongbao, they also have to suppress their cultivation levels."

Yu Luoning's eyes lit up slightly as she listened.

She didn't even know that.

"Then I need to cultivate even more." She rested her head back on her pillow. "I want to go out and see the world in the future, not just the Dongbao Continent."

She paused, looked up, met his gaze, and a slow smile curved her lips.

"So you also need to cultivate diligently."

"When we become strong..."

"Shall we go see the world together?"

Feng Qiguang looked down at her.

He remained silent for a long time, then lowered his head.

"it is good."

After breakfast, the two soon became affectionate again. Young men and women, once they get close, are like a raging fire meeting dry wood.

By the afternoon, Feng Qiguang had no choice but to get up.

He put on his robe, straightened his collar, turned around, and his gaze fell on the bed.

Yu Luoning lay on her side, the thin quilt clinging to her body, outlining her graceful figure.

She propped her head up and looked at him, her eyes carrying a hint of languid charm, a charm he had bestowed upon her.

Feng Qiguang withdrew his gaze and lowered his head to tie his belt: "Someone is coming to visit this afternoon, I have to go see them."

As soon as he finished speaking, a fair hand landed on his wrist. The fingers were long and slender, and the nails were neatly manicured. Feng Qiguang lowered his head, grabbed her hand, and squeezed the soft flesh of her palm.

Yu Luoning jumped out of bed, draped her slender arms over his shoulders, looked up at him, and asked in a slightly coquettish voice, "Who are you going to see? A man or a woman?"

She paused, and before he could answer, added, "If you go to see other women, I'll get jealous. I'm a very petty person, I can't stand other women."

Feng Qiguang lowered his eyes, a barely concealed smile appearing within them. He was just about to speak when...

He suddenly stopped.

Shi Shangxu. A prodigy from the Shi family of Dongchuan, whose strength surpasses his own; young, handsome, and from a distinguished family.

If it's just a matter of higher cultivation level, he wouldn't mind taking her to meet him, and she could also learn about the path of cultivation.

But that face was only slightly less attractive than his own.

The words stuck in his throat, and he swallowed them back.

Yu Luoning noticed his pause and blinked, "What's wrong?"

"I was thinking of taking you to meet that person."

Feng Qiguang remained calm and composed, saying in a steady voice, "But that person is incredibly ugly, so I won't take you there to offend your eyes."

Yu Luoning nodded, agreeing wholeheartedly.

She has always been realistic and has no interest in ugly men whatsoever.

Feng Qiguang breathed a sigh of relief.

He leaned down, lowered his head, and placed a kiss on her forehead, his voice low: "Wait for me to come back."

Yu Luoning looked up at him, a slight smile playing on her lips. "Go ahead."

She watched him leave the room, heard the courtyard gate close, turned around, and went back to bed to catch up on her sleep.

~

The Feng family's reception hall was spacious and grand, with carved beams and painted rafters. The pillars were made of a single piece of green jade and inlaid with the Feng family's phoenix totem.

Shi Shangxu sat in the guest seat, holding a teacup, and glanced at the person opposite him, his brows showing genuine relief: "Seeing Brother Feng's spirits, you've recovered quite well, so I'm relieved."

Feng Qiguang smiled faintly: "Thank you for your concern. The journey is long, I didn't expect you to go to the trouble of taking a detour."

Shi Shangxu put down his teacup, looking somewhat hesitant to speak. After a moment of silence, he said, "Actually, I came here on someone's behalf."

He paused, then said, "Your battle with Young Master Li was known throughout the entire Sichuan region. I heard he rejected the marriage proposal from the Lu family and is now in seclusion cultivating. That battle actually allowed him to gain a deeper understanding of the Dao of Nirvana, so it was a blessing in disguise."

"As for you, Brother Feng..."

He didn't finish his sentence; he simply bowed slightly, his expression apologetic.

Feng Qiguang chuckled, "It's alright. My Dao Heart has already recovered."

Shi Shangxu was stunned for a moment, then looked up at him.

How can one's Dao heart be repaired so easily?

In that battle, the two fought to the death over a woman. How could they possibly let go of such an obsession so easily?

He thought the other party was just pretending to be strong, but he saw that Feng Qiguang's eyebrows and eyes were relaxed and his expression was calm, not like he was putting on a brave face.

Shi Shangxu didn't ask any more questions. He took out a letter from his sleeve and handed it over: "This is what Young Master Li asked me to pass on to Brother Feng."

Feng Qiguang hesitated for a moment, then took it and placed it aside without opening it immediately.

That bastard's letter, no rush.

He had already made up his mind.

He won't tell anyone that Xiao Guai is still alive.

It would be best for Li Yunyu to stay in seclusion during this time, and then get married and have children after he comes out. Even if he finds out that she has returned in the future, he will never be able to rekindle his relationship with Xiao Guai.

Feng Qiguang put aside his thoughts and looked up, saying, "Thank you."

Shi Shangxu shook his head, stood up, and said, "Then I won't bother you any longer. Let's continue on our way."

"Although Phoenix Perch City is small, its commerce is thriving. Since we've come all this way, why not take a look around?"

"No."

Shi Shangxu waved his hand, his expression serious. "I'm heading to Dongbao Shangzong to participate in the assessment. The assessment at Shangzong is always rigorous. I went through a five-year observation period before I qualified to participate, so I can't afford to delay."

Feng Qiguang lowered his eyes slightly.

His name was originally on the assessment list of Dongbao Shangzong.

His name was removed after that battle.

The Feng family didn't say much, but quietly shifted their focus of cultivation to the next promising talent from a collateral branch, sending him to this small town to take charge.

A prince whose Dao heart is damaged and who fights with others for love is considered narrow-minded by both the Feng family and the sect.

Dongbao Shangzong.

That is the only superior sect on the Eastern Treasure Continent, a holy land in the dreams of all cultivators. All disciples are at least at the Foundation Establishment stage, and the qualification for the assessment is only available to the proud sons and daughters of noble families.

He once thought he had the opportunity to enter the upper sect for spiritual practice.

Feng Qiguang took a deep breath, raised his eyes, and smiled, "Then I wish Young Master Shi a smooth journey and a successful selection."

"Thank you for your kind words, Brother Feng."

After Shi Shangxu left, Feng Qiguang walked out of the main hall alone and slowly walked along the corridor towards the waterside pavilion.

A gentle breeze ripples across the lake, and sunlight spills across its surface, creating shimmering golden light.

He stopped by the waterside pavilion and glanced at the sky.

The sky was perfect, the sun was shining brightly, it was a rare and beautiful day.

He clenched his fist, then slowly relaxed it.

One should not be too greedy.

Once the position of Dongbao Shangzong is gone, it's gone forever.

He is still young, and since his Dao heart is already being repaired, he has a long road ahead of him.

It's enough that my loved ones are alive.

This is much better than he thought.

For some reason, as he stood by the waterside pavilion, looking at his reflection on the lake, he couldn't calm down for a long time.